tartan tax
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English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Coined by Michael Forsyth, Baron Forsyth of Drumlean, in reference to the tartans traditionally worn by Scottish clans.
Noun[edit]
tartan tax (plural tartan taxes)
- (UK, derogatory) An addition to income tax payable only by those in Scotland as a result of the Scottish variable rate.